Binalayan Hidden Falls — Attraction in Cebu

We had tour guide Wilson and he was ridiculously awesome. We paid 20 pesos for parking and then 150 each. Originally when we pulled up it seemed a little odd because there were 20 or so guys just chilling around, but you get motioned over to a booth area where you pay and meet your guide. I have to mention Wilson again though because he was charismatic and so helpful showing us the jumps and also pulling us up so we could do the jump from the little cave area. You don’t have to do any jumps, but I think most of the fun of this waterfall is the jumps. If you’re just after an Instagram shot, it’s still worthy going into the water and using the scenery as the backdrop, but the benefit of the guide is their ability to make you feel comfortable, even if at first you don’t feel so comfortable doing the jumps! We tipped 200 pesos and I’d say that’s about the least you should give considering the tour guides work to show you things along the trail and all they do in the water. At the end, Wilson even climbed a coconut tree and split open two coconuts for us to drink and eat from.

During the time we were at the main waterfall (roughly 1pm) we had the entire thing to ourselves. Wilson also mentioned this has the highest jump possible of all the falls. We bypassed Kawasan and the crowds for this and felt like we didn’t miss out on not going to the...

We picked these falls because reviews showed the price was not as high as Aguind and the guides have good reviews as opposed to not letting you go certain places unless you pay undisclosed tip fees. We paid 100pp entrance, 10 for parking, and gave 100pp tip as our guide was particularly helpful and kind. If we did not do the jumps I would have tipped less but his instruction was important to keep us safe. We mostly just wanted photos and to see it. This is a better falls for jumping.

They provide a life vest but no water shoes or helmet which should be given if safety is the reason they have guides. I did this in flip flops and found it only a bit difficult. Do not do this in sneakers as you must traverse streams to get to the falls.

We were satisfied but enjoyed Inambaken falls more without the need for a guide. Our guide was very kind but we also just wanted time to take photos and be peaceful. I understand people want to do the jumps but the guide is not necessary to just swim at the falls. I hope the local government staffs employees here and posts signage so that it is safe without using an exploitative system of unpaid (so they say) guides who live off of tips. Just have someone at the falls instructing people and pay them a...

Nice quiet and not crowded waterfall. Opened at 8a on Saturday, but we arrived early and they actually opened early for us. Was easy 15 minute hike to the waterfall. There wasn't any difficult climbs or maneuvers during the hike, just a few wet areas to cross, but wasn't that slippery.

Falls were pretty impressive in person and there were about 3 jumping ledges into the water below. 2 volunteer guides helped reach the jump points, there were 2 on the left of the fall and 1 behind the fall. They ranged from about 5 to 10 meters above the pool. The guides climbed to the very top to jump, but recommended we didn't attempt it as it's a difficult climb up. The pool area is pretty shallow and you can walk about halfway in the pool area before you have to swim to reach the back of the waterfall. You can climb behind the waterfall and even jump from one of the ledges. When you jump, you'll reach the bottom of the pool, so would recommend against not diving in from the jump points.

Overall, is a fun area to jump in and hang out for about 45 to 60 minutes. With the 15 minute hike each way, can do this trip in about 1.5 to 2 hours. Was perfect quick trip to see...